2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Trims NWA AR

The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 comes in nine trims that span a wide price range, from the work-ready WT at $36,900 to the trail-built ZR2 around $71,800. Those nine trims cover four very different buyers: fleet and job-site work trucks, value-minded daily drivers, lifted off-roaders, and full-luxury haulers. This page breaks down each trim, lays out a side-by-side matrix, walks through the comparisons Northwest Arkansas shoppers ask about most, and helps you land on the right one.

George Nunnally Chevrolet stocks the Silverado 1500 lineup and can match a cab, bed, engine, and trim to how you actually use a truck. For a broader model walkthrough, see the Silverado 1500 overview, or jump straight to the Silverado 1500 research hub for towing, specs, and comparisons.

2026 Silverado 1500 Trim Lineup at a Glance

Starting MSRPs below, base configuration. All prices exclude destination freight charge, tax, title, license, dealer fees, and optional equipment.

• WT ($36,900) – the work truck; capability without frills.
• Custom ($42,400) – style and convenience on the four-cylinder.
• LT ($47,900) – the configurable mainstream pick with the big screens.
• RST ($51,400) – street styling, with a 6.2L V8 on the options sheet.
• Custom Trail Boss ($52,900) – the budget lifted off-roader, 4WD only.
• LTZ ($58,100) – leather-lined premium, crew cab only.
• LT Trail Boss ($59,700) – lifted hardware plus LT comfort.
• High Country ($63,000) – the luxury flagship with available Super Cruise.
• ZR2 ($71,800) – the dedicated off-roader with lockers and 33-inch tires.

Trim-by-Trim Breakdown

WT (Work Truck)

Starting at $36,900, the WT is the only trim offered in Regular Cab, and it also comes in Double Cab and Crew Cab with short, standard, or long beds. The 2.7L TurboMax four-cylinder (310 horsepower) is standard, with the 5.3L V8 available. Rear-wheel drive is standard and four-wheel drive is available. It runs 17-inch steel wheels, a 7-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a trailering package, and standard Chevy Safety Assist. Who it is for: fleet buyers and anyone who wants Silverado capability at the lowest entry price.

Custom

Starting at $42,400, the Custom adds appearance and convenience for buyers who don't need a V8. It comes in Double Cab or Crew Cab and uses the 2.7L TurboMax only. Rear-wheel drive is standard, four-wheel drive available. Standard kit includes 20-inch wheels, remote start, a power driver seat, cloth upholstery, LED bed lighting, an easy-lift tailgate, and a trailering package. Who it is for: buyers who want a more finished daily truck without stepping up to the LT.

LT

Starting at $47,900, the LT is the configurable heart of the lineup and the trim most owners land on. Available in Double Cab or Crew Cab, its available engines are the 2.7L TurboMax (standard), 5.3L V8, or 3.0L Duramax diesel. Rear-wheel drive is standard, four-wheel drive available. The LT brings the 13.4-inch touchscreen, the 12.3-inch digital cluster, Google built-in, LED headlights, heated front seats, dual-zone climate, and keyless start. Who it is for: the mainstream buyer who wants the modern tech and room to spec.

RST

Starting at $51,400, the RST is the street-styled Silverado, with body-color exterior trim, LED fog and tail lights, and a sport look. Offered in Double Cab or Crew Cab, its available engines are the 2.7L TurboMax (standard), 5.3L V8, 3.0L Duramax diesel, and, on the Crew Cab 4x4, the 420-horsepower 6.2L V8. Rear-wheel drive is standard, four-wheel drive available. The RST Select package adds 20-inch wheels, all-terrain tires, assist steps, a spray-in bedliner, and all-weather mats. Who it is for: buyers who want a sharp-looking half-ton and the option of the 6.2L V8.

Custom Trail Boss

Starting at $52,900, the Custom Trail Boss is the value entry into off-road. It is four-wheel drive only and sold in Crew Cab. Available engines are the 2.7L TurboMax (standard), 5.3L V8, or 3.0L Duramax diesel. It adds a 2-inch factory lift, Z71 off-road suspension, a two-speed transfer case, an automatic-locking rear differential, skid plates, hill descent control, and 18-inch wheels on all-terrain tires. Who it is for: buyers who want real trail hardware without paying for leather.

LTZ

Starting at $58,100, the LTZ is the lower of the two premium trims and is Crew Cab only. The 5.3L V8 is standard, with the 3.0L Duramax diesel and 6.2L V8 available. Rear-wheel drive is standard, four-wheel drive available. Standard equipment includes leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, a Bose audio system, surround vision with up to 14 camera views, 20-inch wheels, wireless charging, blind-spot warning, parking sensors, and a power tailgate. Who it is for: buyers who want most of the High Country's comfort at a lower price.

LT Trail Boss

Starting at $59,700, the LT Trail Boss pairs the lifted Trail Boss chassis with LT comfort and tech. It is four-wheel drive only and sold in Crew Cab, and it can be ordered with any of the four engines, including the 6.2L V8 and the Duramax diesel. On top of the 2-inch lift and Z71 hardware, it adds the 13.4-inch touchscreen, 20-inch wheels on all-terrain tires, a trailer brake controller, heated front seats, and LED lighting. Who it is for: the do-everything lifted truck that still feels finished inside.

High Country

Starting at $63,000, the High Country is the luxury flagship, sold in Crew Cab with a choice of the 5.3L V8, 6.2L V8, or 3.0L Duramax diesel. It is available in rear- or four-wheel drive. Standard features include premium leather with open-pore wood trim, a spray-in bedliner, assist steps, dual exhaust outlets, heated rear seats, and adaptive cruise control. Available Super Cruise hands-free highway driving and a 15-inch head-up display are the headline options. Who it is for: buyers who want the most refined Silverado.

ZR2

Starting at $71,800, the ZR2 is the dedicated off-road trim, built only as a four-wheel-drive Crew Cab short bed with the 6.2L V8 or 3.0L Duramax diesel. It runs Multimatic DSSV dampers, electronic locking front and rear differentials, 33-inch mud-terrain tires on 18-inch wheels, large skid plates, a steel front bumper sized for a 33.5-degree approach angle, the Multi-Flex Tailgate, and a 15-inch head-up display. The available ZR2 Bison package adds American Expedition Vehicles hardware. Who it is for: serious trail and overland buyers.

Side-by-Side Comparison Matrix

Trim	Starting MSRP	Available engines	Drivetrain	Cab	Seating
WT	$36,900	2.7L TurboMax; 5.3L V8	RWD std / 4WD avail	Regular, Double, Crew	2–5
Custom	$42,400	2.7L TurboMax	RWD std / 4WD avail	Double, Crew	6
LT	$47,900	2.7L TurboMax; 5.3L V8; 3.0L Duramax	RWD std / 4WD avail	Double, Crew	5–6
RST	$51,400	2.7L TurboMax; 5.3L V8; 6.2L V8; 3.0L Duramax	RWD std / 4WD avail	Double, Crew	5
Custom Trail Boss	$52,900	2.7L TurboMax; 5.3L V8; 3.0L Duramax	4WD only	Crew	6
LTZ	$58,100	5.3L V8; 6.2L V8; 3.0L Duramax	RWD std / 4WD avail	Crew	6
LT Trail Boss	$59,700	2.7L TurboMax; 5.3L V8; 6.2L V8; 3.0L Duramax	4WD only	Crew	5
High Country	$63,000	5.3L V8; 6.2L V8; 3.0L Duramax	RWD std / 4WD avail	Crew	5
ZR2	$71,800	6.2L V8; 3.0L Duramax	4WD only	Crew (short bed)	5

Towing varies by engine and configuration: the 2.7L TurboMax is rated up to 9,500 lbs, the 6.2L V8 up to 13,200 lbs, and the available 3.0L Duramax up to 13,300 lbs when properly equipped. The Silverado 1500 towing guide breaks ratings down by configuration, and full numbers live on the specs page.

Common Silverado 1500 Trim Comparisons

LT vs RST

Both start on the 2.7L TurboMax and share the 13.4-inch screen and the same cab choices, so the decision is style and engine ceiling. The LT ($47,900) is the value configurator. The RST ($51,400, about $3,500 more) adds body-color styling and, uniquely among the two, the available 420-horsepower 6.2L V8 on the Crew Cab 4x4. Pick the LT to save money or spec a diesel; pick the RST for the look and the big-gas-V8 option.

Custom Trail Boss vs LT Trail Boss

Same lifted Z71 chassis, different interiors and engine range. The Custom Trail Boss ($52,900) is the value off-roader on cloth seats with the 2.7L standard. The LT Trail Boss ($59,700, roughly $6,800 more) adds the LT's screens and comfort, 20-inch wheels, a trailer brake controller, and access to all four engines, including the 6.2L V8. Choose the Custom Trail Boss to spend on hardware over trim; choose the LT Trail Boss if you want the lift and the nicer cabin.

LTZ vs High Country

The two premium crew cabs. The LTZ ($58,100) brings leather, ventilated seats, Bose audio, and surround vision. The High Country ($63,000, about $4,900 more) layers on open-pore wood, heated rear seats, dual exhaust, and the trims-only options that matter most: available Super Cruise hands-free driving and a 15-inch head-up display. Choose the LTZ for premium value; choose the High Country if Super Cruise or the top-tier cabin is the point.

Which 2026 Silverado 1500 Trim Is Right for You?

If you tow the most

Order the 3.0L Duramax diesel for up to 13,300 lbs properly equipped, or the 6.2L V8 for up to 13,200 lbs, on the RST, LT Trail Boss, LTZ, or High Country.

If you off-road regularly

The ZR2 is the dedicated answer with lockers and DSSV dampers; the Custom Trail Boss is the budget route to a factory lift and Z71 hardware.

If luxury matters most

The High Country is the flagship; the LTZ delivers most of it for less.

If value is the priority

The WT covers pure work duty; the Custom or LT is the better-equipped daily driver.

If you want sport styling

The RST gives you the body-color look and the optional big V8.

Shop 2026 Silverado 1500 Trims at George Nunnally Chevrolet

George Nunnally Chevrolet is at 2700 SE Moberly Ln in Bentonville, just off Highway 62, serving Centerton, Pea Ridge, Cave Springs, Lowell, and Tontitown. Our team can tell you which trims and engines are in stock, order the configuration you want, and set financing before you decide. Browse new Silverado 1500 inventory, start a finance application, or call (479) 319-2494.

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2026 Silverado 1500 Trim FAQs

What is the price range across the 2026 Silverado 1500 trims?

Starting MSRPs run from $36,900 for the WT to about $71,800 for the ZR2, excluding destination, tax, title, license, dealer fees, and optional equipment. The mid-lineup LT starts at $47,900.

Which Silverado 1500 trims offer the diesel engine?

The 3.0L Duramax turbo-diesel is available on the LT, RST, Custom Trail Boss, LT Trail Boss, LTZ, and High Country, and is one of two engines on the ZR2. The WT and Custom are gas-only.

What is the cheapest 4WD Silverado 1500?

Four-wheel drive is available on most trims and standard on the off-road trims. The Custom Trail Boss at $52,900 is the lowest-priced trim that is four-wheel drive only with a factory lift, though 4WD can be added to lower trims like the WT, Custom, and LT.

Which Silverado 1500 trim has Super Cruise?

Super Cruise hands-free highway driving is available only on the High Country trim and works while towing on compatible roads.

What is the difference between the Trail Boss trims and the ZR2?

The Custom Trail Boss and LT Trail Boss add a 2-inch factory lift and Z71 hardware to existing trims. The ZR2 is a purpose-built off-roader with Multimatic DSSV dampers, front and rear locking differentials, and 33-inch tires, and it is the most capable off-road trim.

Can I order a specific Silverado 1500 trim if it is not in stock?

Yes. George Nunnally Chevrolet can place a factory order for the trim, cab, bed, engine, and options you want, or help you find a close match in current Northwest Arkansas inventory.